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Unconventional times calls for resourcefulness. If not for the pandemic, we would be in New York City, steaming clothes and mapping out our shoot locations inside a hotel room. But with the borders still closed, all we could see were the screens of o

With a keen eye for the arts, Filipino-American Danilo Hess has always possessed a connection with the craft. The small creative spark first started during his youth, where he would hone his talent through painting and photorealism. In his college ye

We stepped into 2020 with high hopes for the future, yearning for the much-awaited change that we have rightfully longed for, only to be faced with the pandemic and other unfortunate events. In order for one to survive, the only way is to adapt. Deep

The hunt for vintage clothing is on the rise, but using actual Filipino fabrics that were once used as blankets, bibs and curtains is another tale to betold.The katsa wasusedto wrap newborns, as a towel for children’s sweaty backs, a rag for the kitc

Videos like “Drunk Skincare Routine,” or “Surprising My Family With Tattoos” may raise some eyebrows among the older generation, but to the present one, it’s being unapologetically real and raw. One of the most authentic content creators out there is

In a time when our daily routines now revolve around the house, producing shoots have been quite a challenge to the MEGA team. But luck was on our side when we took our chance to feature CEO and all-around boss, Rhea Anicoche-Tan. “Babe, I’m home in

WHAT CHANGES HAPPENED IN YOUR MINDSET BECAUSE OF THE PANDEMIC? Because of the pandemic, I have a renewed passion and appreciation for life and the little things that I often take for granted such as a family meal in a restaurant, a trip to the cinem

Leaving home is never easy, let alone being a thousand miles away from your family, stuck in another continent. When his university Central Saint Martins (where fashion gods like Alexander McQueen and John Galliano have walked), shut down in March, B

It all started with a conversation on Instagram. “I love the piece that you made for me! How about we do something for MEGA?” I messaged Ushi Sato in excitement right after seeing the criss-cross cotton halter top he made for me. “Yes! I’ll make a ca

Spending days under the warmth of the sun, frolicking through a bed of newly bloomed flora in prismatic hues reminiscent of spring can make one feel grateful for the gifts of light and nature, and instills in us a feeling of endless liberty and la do

Greek mythology is believed to have a myriad of gods, goddesses, and heroes. Antigone, who showcased her unconditional love to her family by being their guide and defender, falls under the line-up of ancient Greek heroines. Perfectly named after her

“We shall not cease from exploration And the end of all our exploring Will be to arrive where we started And know the place for the first time.” TS Eliot wrote these immortal lines for every intrepid traveler, a description that doesn’t apply to mos

When reality as you know it is drastically shifting, you can’t help but feel unprepared. Let me share with you a few examples: I did not expect to still be working from home at my new job, where coffee runs with colleagues are replaced with Google Ca

This month we dive deep into fall’s rich colors and textures. This has been the tradition of fashion and beauty every year, one that we would love to bring back—big time—this time around. Yes, the year has been a challenge for so many of us (and cont

Aesop’s minimalist and discreetly luxurious aesthetic speaks to us of being calm, focused and having it together. During the pandemic, we luxuriated in the AESOP Sublime Replenishing Night Masque (P5900/60 mL) and the Citrus Melange Body Cleanser (P2

Art direction NICOLE ALMERO. Makeup TAMARA PINEDA of NARS COSMETICS. Hair MICHAEL ANGELO ESMILLER. Nails ELINA JUNG of ELINAILSMNL. Styling assistant MJ ALMERO. Model CHUCEL NJIGHA. Shoot Coordination PATRICIA RAMOS Photography KIERAN PUNAY of STUDIO

A woman born to tell stories with the click of her camera, Shaira Luna exemplifies what it means to own and take pride in one’s narrative. The world first took notice of Luna when she was an eight-year-old child genius who read encyclopedias instead

Our goals and dreams may seem as unreachable as the horizon, but with every step taken towards them, what was once deemed fantasy quickly becomes reality. In this issue we focus on our passions and where they take us when we act on them. We put the s

Hannah Locsin has the whiff of a dreamer. Hitting the three-month milestone of being a New York transplant, Hannah, in her Bushwick apartment, exudes off-duty model effortlessness. In a denim jacket, a white tank, and a bandana wrapped around her hea

BERSHKA, Glorietta 2, SM Megamall; FENDI, Shangri-La Plaza Mall; GIVENCHY, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Greenbelt 4; GUCCI, Greenbelt 4, Shangri-La Plaza Mall; H&M, SM Southmall, SM Makati, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, Uptown Mall; LOUIS VUITTON, Greenbel